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Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

4.0 star property
Spa hotel near Uhuru Park

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
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Studio Suite | Balcony view
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Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Junction of Kenyatta Ave and Valley Rd., Nairobi, Nairobi County, 00100
  • Place, Uhuru Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Nairobi Hospital
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Kenyatta International Convention Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nairobi (NBO-Jomo Kenyatta Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Suite | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite

  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Queen Room - Premier

  • 420 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Signature Suite

  • 678 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panafric Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Panafric Deluxe Queen Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panafric Deluxe Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Queen Room

  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panafric Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Panafric Twin Room

  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Nairobi

Kilimani stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Kilimani hotel, you'll find Uhuru Park and Nairobi Gallery. Kenyatta International Convention Centre and Nairobi National Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Uhuru Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Central Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nairobi Hospital - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Nairobi - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Syokimau Station - 26 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Serena Nairobi Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bricklayers Arms - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lava Latte - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alan Bobbes Bistro - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Newlife Vegetarian Dishes - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

Spa hotel near Uhuru Park
Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and 6 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 2325 square feet (216 square meters) and includes conference space. The business-friendly Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill also features gift shops/newsstands, a garden, and concierge services. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available. A complete renovation of Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill was completed in January 2022.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Nairobi hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 176 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 2325 sq ft of conference space
  • 216 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1969
  • Deli
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill offers 176 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This Nairobi hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from January 29 2026 to April 30 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Meeting facilities
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 20 (one-way), (from 4 to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Panafric
Panafric Sarova
Sarova Panafric
Sarova Panafric Hotel
Sarova Panafric Hotel Nairobi
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Panafric Hotel Nairobi
Sarova Panafric
Sarova Panafric Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill to the airport?

Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill is 3.4 mi (11-min drive) away from the Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill have an airport shuttle?

Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 30 per person, one-way.

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill offer free breakfast?

Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Lucky 8 Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill have a pool?

Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill features an outdoor pool.

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body scrubs, aromatherapy, and mani/pedis.

How close is Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill to downtown Nairobi?

Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill is 0.7 mi away from Nairobi.

Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi Upper Hill Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 209 out of 457 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 457 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 457 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 457 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 457 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, gilbert

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shonda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gohar

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Leon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sufyan Ahmed

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent though there’s need to renovate. Some fittings look old.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William S

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William S

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Takafumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staffs gave a good service with kindness. Accommodation was very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

George and Jeanne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good enough
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all amazing & very helpful. The pool area & gym & spa were great. The restaurant & food was also amazing. Our room was very spacious & comfortable! Would differently stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here many many times and it has always been 5stars all around. This time we were put in a room that was absolutely not good.. showing not working, fixtures dirty and worn, very small.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, front staff are amazing. Fantastic pool area & bar
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Flame Tree

Food all good and interesting, especially Wed bkfast with Kenyan food choices
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

RANGA, PALMETTO BAY

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place A little loud if you’re facing the street And if you want two beds your options are limited Food is not great, but okay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Florence

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
We completely enjoyed our stay. We felt safe and appreciated as a customer. The grounds and facility were in great shape. The rooms were well appointed and comfortable. The food was delicious in Flame Tree restaurant and the bar had a great ambiance. Highly recommend wife your stay in Nairobi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025